October Half Term All Inclusive Holidays 2026 & 2027
October half term is the final big chance for family sunshine before winter. The Canary Islands and Egypt are among the strongest choices, while Cyprus and southern Turkey can still be warm. Other Mediterranean destinations are cooler and more changeable, so choosing the right place matters more than it does in summer.
When Is October Half Term?
Many English councils list October half term from Monday 25 October to Friday 29 October 2027. Exact dates vary by school, local authority and nation, so always check before booking.
📅 Typical 2027 Half-Term Week
Monday 25 October – Friday 29 October 2027
With the weekends either side, many families can create a nine-day travel window.
🏫 Check Your School
Academies, foundation schools, voluntary aided schools and schools in different UK nations can use different dates.
Always confirm your child's official calendar before making a booking.
October in Britain: Autumn Is Well Underway
By late October, the UK is into cooler days, darker evenings and more unsettled weather. That makes a week somewhere warmer especially appealing, but the Mediterranean is also moving out of peak season.
Where Can You Go at October Half Term?
All 20 main GoAllInclusive.com destinations are included below, with an honest guide to how they usually feel in late October.
Costa Blanca
Benidorm, Albir and Calpe can still offer pleasant late-October days, but evenings are cooler and beach weather is less dependable than in summer.
Late October feel: Mild to warm, increasingly changeable.
Explore Costa Blanca All Inclusive Holidays →Costa Brava
Lloret de Mar and Tossa de Mar are much quieter by late October, with cooler weather and more limited seasonal facilities.
Late October feel: Cooler and more variable.
Explore Costa Brava All Inclusive Holidays →Costa del Sol
Benalmadena, Torremolinos and Marbella can still enjoy sunny spells and mild temperatures, making this one of mainland Spain's stronger autumn choices.
Late October feel: Mild to warm.
Explore Costa del Sol All Inclusive Holidays →Costa Dorada
Salou, La Pineda and Cambrils are quieter at half term, and late-October weather can be mixed compared with summer.
Late October feel: Mild but variable.
Explore Costa Dorada All Inclusive Holidays →Cyprus
Paphos, Protaras and Ayia Napa remain among the stronger Mediterranean options for late-October warmth and sunshine.
Late October feel: Warm and often sunny.
Explore Cyprus All Inclusive Holidays →Egypt
Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh are excellent October choices for hot sunshine, warm seas, snorkelling and large all inclusive resorts.
Late October feel: Hot and sunny.
Explore Egypt All Inclusive Holidays →Fuerteventura
Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste, Costa Calma and Jandia are strong autumn choices for beaches, sunshine and a breezier climate.
Late October feel: Warm and breezy.
Explore Fuerteventura All Inclusive Holidays →Gran Canaria
Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and Playa del Ingles are among the most dependable short-to-medium-haul options for October half term.
Late October feel: Warm and sunny.
Explore Gran Canaria All Inclusive Holidays →Greece
Crete and Rhodes can still be pleasant, but many Greek resorts are winding down and the weather is less reliable by late October.
Late October feel: Mild to warm, variable.
Explore Greece All Inclusive Holidays →Ibiza
Ibiza is much quieter by October half term, with cooler conditions and fewer seasonal facilities operating than in summer.
Late October feel: Mild and quieter.
Explore Ibiza All Inclusive Holidays →Lanzarote
Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen are excellent for autumn sunshine, dry weather and established year-round resorts.
Late October feel: Warm and bright.
Explore Lanzarote All Inclusive Holidays →Majorca
Alcudia, Palma Nova and Cala d'Or can still have sunny days, but late-October weather is more changeable and some resort facilities may be winding down.
Late October feel: Mild and changeable.
Explore Majorca All Inclusive Holidays →Malta
Mellieha, Qawra and St Paul's Bay can still feel pleasantly warm, especially for sightseeing and outdoor family days.
Late October feel: Mild to warm.
Explore Malta All Inclusive Holidays →Menorca
Menorca is quieter and cooler by late October, with some seasonal hotels and facilities already closed.
Late October feel: Mild and quieter.
Explore Menorca All Inclusive Holidays →Portugal
The Algarve can still offer sunny days and mild temperatures, though Atlantic weather can be more changeable by late October.
Late October feel: Mild and variable.
Explore Portugal All Inclusive Holidays →Tenerife
Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas are among the strongest family choices for dependable October sunshine.
Late October feel: Warm and dependable.
Explore Tenerife All Inclusive Holidays →Turkey
Antalya, Lara Beach, Belek and Side can remain warm in late October, though evenings are cooler and the season is winding down.
Late October feel: Warm, cooling later in the month.
Explore Turkey All Inclusive Holidays →Mexico
Cancun and Riviera Maya offer tropical warmth, beaches and large all inclusive resorts for families happy to travel long haul.
Late October feel: Hot and tropical.
Explore Mexico All Inclusive Holidays →Jamaica
Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios offer warm Caribbean weather, beaches and large all inclusive resort choice.
Late October feel: Hot and tropical.
Explore Jamaica All Inclusive Holidays →Dominican Republic
Punta Cana and Bavaro offer tropical heat, broad beaches and resort-style all inclusive holidays.
Late October feel: Hot and tropical.
Explore Dominican Republic All Inclusive Holidays →Compare All October Half Term Destinations
Late October is not the same everywhere. Some destinations still feel summery, while others are better for sightseeing and relaxed breaks than guaranteed beach weather.
| Destination | Late October Feel | Why Consider It |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Blanca | Mild to warm, increasingly changeable | Benidorm, Albir and Calpe can still offer pleasant late-October days, but evenings are cooler and beach weather is less dependable than in summer. |
| Costa Brava | Cooler and more variable | Lloret de Mar and Tossa de Mar are much quieter by late October, with cooler weather and more limited seasonal facilities. |
| Costa del Sol | Mild to warm | Benalmadena, Torremolinos and Marbella can still enjoy sunny spells and mild temperatures, making this one of mainland Spain's stronger autumn choices. |
| Costa Dorada | Mild but variable | Salou, La Pineda and Cambrils are quieter at half term, and late-October weather can be mixed compared with summer. |
| Cyprus | Warm and often sunny | Paphos, Protaras and Ayia Napa remain among the stronger Mediterranean options for late-October warmth and sunshine. |
| Egypt | Hot and sunny | Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh are excellent October choices for hot sunshine, warm seas, snorkelling and large all inclusive resorts. |
| Fuerteventura | Warm and breezy | Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste, Costa Calma and Jandia are strong autumn choices for beaches, sunshine and a breezier climate. |
| Gran Canaria | Warm and sunny | Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and Playa del Ingles are among the most dependable short-to-medium-haul options for October half term. |
| Greece | Mild to warm, variable | Crete and Rhodes can still be pleasant, but many Greek resorts are winding down and the weather is less reliable by late October. |
| Ibiza | Mild and quieter | Ibiza is much quieter by October half term, with cooler conditions and fewer seasonal facilities operating than in summer. |
| Lanzarote | Warm and bright | Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen are excellent for autumn sunshine, dry weather and established year-round resorts. |
| Majorca | Mild and changeable | Alcudia, Palma Nova and Cala d'Or can still have sunny days, but late-October weather is more changeable and some resort facilities may be winding down. |
| Malta | Mild to warm | Mellieha, Qawra and St Paul's Bay can still feel pleasantly warm, especially for sightseeing and outdoor family days. |
| Menorca | Mild and quieter | Menorca is quieter and cooler by late October, with some seasonal hotels and facilities already closed. |
| Portugal | Mild and variable | The Algarve can still offer sunny days and mild temperatures, though Atlantic weather can be more changeable by late October. |
| Tenerife | Warm and dependable | Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas are among the strongest family choices for dependable October sunshine. |
| Turkey | Warm, cooling later in the month | Antalya, Lara Beach, Belek and Side can remain warm in late October, though evenings are cooler and the season is winding down. |
| Mexico | Hot and tropical | Cancun and Riviera Maya offer tropical warmth, beaches and large all inclusive resorts for families happy to travel long haul. |
| Jamaica | Hot and tropical | Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios offer warm Caribbean weather, beaches and large all inclusive resort choice. |
| Dominican Republic | Hot and tropical | Punta Cana and Bavaro offer tropical heat, broad beaches and resort-style all inclusive holidays. |
Which October Destination Suits Your Family?
Best for Reliable Warmth
Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Egypt are among the strongest short-to-medium-haul choices for October half term.
Hotter Choices
Egypt, Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are stronger if your priority is genuinely hot weather rather than mild autumn sunshine.
Beach-Focused Breaks
Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are strong places to look for beach-centred holidays.
Sun + Sightseeing
Malta, Cyprus, Costa del Sol and Portugal can work well if you are happy with milder weather and want days out as well as resort time.
Waterparks & Family Resorts
Tenerife and Egypt are particularly useful choices where family resort facilities remain a major part of the holiday.
Long-Haul Autumn Sun
Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic offer tropical warmth, although seasonal rainfall and storm patterns should be checked before booking.
Check Hotel Facilities Carefully in October
Late October can sit close to the end of the season for some Mediterranean resorts.
🏊 Heated Pools Matter
Even when daytime air temperatures feel pleasant, outdoor pools can be cool. A heated pool can make a big difference for children.
🎭 Seasonal Facilities May Change
Kids' clubs, waterparks, outdoor restaurants, snack bars and entertainment programmes may reduce or close as the season ends. Check the individual hotel before booking.
Are the Canary Islands Good for October Half Term?
Yes. Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are among the most dependable European-region choices for late-October warmth, established year-round resorts and family-friendly facilities.
What to Check Before Booking October Half Term
☀️ Weather & Facilities
- Typical late-October daytime temperatures
- Rain and wind patterns
- Whether pools are heated
- Waterpark opening dates
- Seasonal kids' club hours
- Outdoor restaurant availability
✈️ Travel Practicalities
- Flight time for a one-week break
- Airport transfer time
- Family room availability
- Evening temperatures
- Beach conditions
- What is included in the all inclusive package
Frequently Asked Questions
When is October half term in 2027?
Many English councils list Monday 25 October to Friday 29 October 2027. Dates vary, so always check your own school or local authority.
Where is hottest at October half term?
Egypt, Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are among the hotter options. The Canary Islands are among the strongest shorter-haul choices for dependable warmth.
Which Canary Island is best in October?
Tenerife is excellent for attractions and resort choice, Gran Canaria for variety, Lanzarote for relaxed family resorts and Fuerteventura for beaches and breezier conditions.
Is Turkey still warm in late October?
Southern Turkey can still be warm, especially around Antalya, Lara Beach, Belek and Side, but evenings are cooler and the season is winding down.
Is Cyprus warm enough in October?
Cyprus is one of the stronger Mediterranean choices for late-October warmth, although conditions become more variable as autumn progresses.
Is Majorca warm at October half term?
Majorca can still have pleasant sunny days, but late October is much less dependable for beach weather than summer and some seasonal facilities may be closing.
Are hotel pools heated in October?
Some are and some are not. Always check the hotel description, especially if swimming is important to your family.
Is all inclusive worth it in October?
It can work very well, particularly if you choose a resort with year-round facilities. Check exactly which restaurants, bars, entertainment and children's facilities are operating during your dates.
Explore Every October Half Term Destination
Browse all 20 main GoAllInclusive.com destinations and compare warmth, flight time, resort facilities and late-season weather for your family.